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I'm setting up a 20-gallon low-maintenance tank and need plant suggestions. What's the easiest stuff to keep alive with minimal light and no CO2?

Anubias and Java Fern are solid choices. They're hardy, don't need much light, and you can just tie 'em to driftwood or rocks. I've had mine for years with zero fuss.

Cryptocorynes are another good option. They're slow growers but tough as nails. Just don't move them around too much once they're settled.

Yep, Anubias is the way to go. Mine survived a power outage that killed half my other plants. They're basically indestructible.

If you want something carpeting, try Dwarf Sagittaria. It's not as demanding as other carpet plants and spreads nicely under low light.

bluemuse wrote: ↑Wed May 07, 2025 8:41 am I'm setting up a 20-gallon low-maintenance tank and need plant suggestions. What's the easiest stuff to keep alive with minimal light and no CO2?

For real, go with Java Moss. It's impossible to kill and gives your tank a wild, natural look.

Or just throw in some plastic plants and call it a day. Kidding! But seriously, why not Marimo balls? They're zero effort.

Hornwort is another low-maintenance option. It grows fast, helps with water quality, and doesn't need much light. Just trim it occasionally.

I'd recommend a mix of Anubias, Java Fern, and maybe some floating plants like Frogbit. They're all easy and balance the tank's ecosystem.

Vallisneria is great for background planting. It grows tall, doesn't need CO2, and handles low light well. Just be ready to trim it now and then.